Top Reasons to Live in Gettysburg, PA

Take a walk through history! One of the best parts of living in Gettysburg, PA, is being right in the middle of Civil War history. The Gettysburg Museum of History and the Gettysburg Heritage Center are both awash in local lore, legends, and artifacts. For those who enjoy a good, educational stroll, Gettysburg also offers plenty of walking tours ranging from historical to paranormal. The Ghosts of Gettysburg Candlelight Walking Tour is especially fun and spooky.

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Home prices have gone down! Since last year, the median home sale price in most neighborhoods has gone down a whopping 27.1%. Now resting at a modest $148,500, this leaves residents with more flexible spending - so head on over to Gettysburg Eddie's for classic American food and baseball history, or try Garryowen Irish Pub for some luck of the Irish!

Get out and enjoy nature! The nature of south-central Pennsylvania is certainly one to be enjoyed, especially in the warmer or more moderate months. Healthy Routes of Adam's County offers residents scenic walking trails ranging from one-half to four miles in Gettysburg, and Gettysburg Outdoor Adventures allows guests to rent boats and go on kayak tours. The National Apple Harvest Festival is also a great homage to autumn, with arts and crafts, vendors, and even an antique cider press.

Tons of houses on the market! Gettysburg currently has a wealth of rent to own homes and homes for sale on the market - almost 400 to choose from! This means your options for living near local amenities, like The Outlet Shoppes at Gettysburg - a great place for great deals - or the Adams County Winery (yum!) are plentiful.

Do some small-town shopping! Gettysburg has a wealth of stores and quaint shopping districts for guests and residents alike, with true small-town flair. Looking for hand-crafted items from all over the world? Head to Codori's House of Gifts on York Street. From jewelry to collectibles, this store has offered unique items since 1973. Antiquers will no-doubt frequent East Main Street's Antiques Folly, which specializes in china and fine glass.

Go see a show! Fans of small-town, community theater have several options to choose from in Gettysburg, PA. Gettysburg Community Theater offers shows and musical theater classes year-round, and their nonprofit mission strives to foster creativity and confidence. Additionally, Totem Pole Playhouse (founded over 60 years ago) provides high-quality summer programming.